Three defensive players from the 2016 draft class earn their proven performance escalators, meaning each will earn just over $2 million in 2019.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

With the departure of Clay Matthews, the only remaining Packers from the Super Bowl XVL team are: Aaron Rodgers, Mason Crosby, Tramon Williams and Bryan Bulaga. And not a single coach is left from that staff.

Mina talks to former NFL LB Kirk Morrison about the hype train for the Browns (3:15), the angriest looking coach in the NFL (9:55), why the sophomore slump for QBs is a real thing (31:50), what the Packers should do to help Aaron Rodgers (49:09), the Costco portion of free agency, and if he'd rather give up cake or pie (1:09:54). Plus, Mina discusses why she's here for the fish tank (11:05) and the time she awkwardly got in a revolving door with a 2-time Super Bowl champ (1:04:48).

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

Another farewell from the Packers, this one to Randall Cobb after the No. 6 all-time franchise receiving leader signed with the Cowboys on Tuesday.
Said GM Brian Gutekunst via the team website: "For the past eight seasons, Randall was a terrific leader and great player for the Packers. He was part of some very memorable moments and contributed to a lot of great wins. We thank Randall, his wife, Aiyda, and the rest of their family for all they have given to the organization and our community. Randall will always be a member of the Packers family."

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Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

The Packers say thanks and goodbye to Clay Matthews, their all-time sacks leader who signed with the Rams on Tuesday.
Said GM Brian Gutekunst via the team website: "We want to thank Clay for all that he has contributed to the Packers over the past 10 seasons. As the franchise's all-time sack leader and an integral part of Green Bay's Super Bowl XLV championship, he will be remembered as one of the greatest players in the history of the organization. Clay will always be a member of the Packers family. We wish him, his wife, Casey, and the rest of their family all the best moving forward."

Clay Matthews, a six-time Pro Bowl LB who has played his entire career with the Packers, has agreed to terms with the Rams on a two-year contract.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

Two long-time Packers move on within hours. On the same day, Clay Matthews signs with the Rams and Randall Cobb with the Cowboys. It became fairly obvious during the season that they would move on, but both were close with QB Aaron Rodgers so it could have an impact in the locker room if not on the field.

With a defense badly in need of playmakers, GM Brian Gutekunst went all-in on the second day of free agency, opening up his options in the draft.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

On the day Randall Cobb is leaving for Dallas, Geronimo Allison's re-signing with the Packers became official, according to the NFL transactions. The Packers still need a slot receiver. Their top-three as it stands now -- Davante Adams, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Geronimo Allison all are better suited to play the X or the Z.

The Packers have spent high draft pick after high draft pick on cornerbacks, and it appears they finally hit on one with Jaire Alexander.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

Bashaud Breeland's deal with the Chiefs includes a $1.15 million signing bonus, an $805,000 base salary and a $45,000 workout bonus. In addition to that $2 million, he could earn up to $3 million more in incentives. Last year, he took home $608,823 in his partial season with the Packers.

The Colts and Browns crushed the draft, but there are still questions about several other teams. Mel gives new grades to all 32 teams.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

The Packers had former Giants safety Curtis Riley in for a free-agent visit on Monday, ESPN's Field Yates reported. He was a 16-game starter last season. Even if they don't sign Riley, it's an indication that they're still interested in adding to that group even after adding Adrian Amos last week. Meanwhile, former Packers S Kentrell Brice, who was not tendered as a restricted free agent, has signed with the Buccaneers.

The Chiefs have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent cornerback Bashaud Breeland, a source told ESPN's Rob Demovsky.

Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

The Packers are losing CB Bashaud Breeland, who is signing with the Chiefs, a source told ESPN. Breeland would've given the Packers another veteran presence in the secondary but in Kansas City he has the chance to be the No. 1 corner where as in Green Bay he would've been behind Jaire Alexander and Kevin King.

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Rob Demovsky ESPN Staff Writer

Busy day for ex-Packers WRs on the free-agent visit circuit: Randall Cobb is visiting the Cowboys today, according to ESPN's Todd Archer, while Jordy Nelson is scheduled to meet with the Seahawks, says Adam Schefter. The Packers are going to need at least one new receiver, and they would probably prefer it be someone who can play in the slot.

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Former Packers LB Jake Ryan, who tore his ACL in training camp last summer while he was on his way to a starting job, will sign with the Jaguars, a source confirmed. He will need to pass his physical, of course.

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Marcedes Lewis' deal with the Packers is one year for $2.1 million — exactly the same as last year. Base ($1.05M), signing bonus ($500K) and workout bonus ($50K) are the same as last year. Only difference is $500,000 roster bonus is in $31,250 per-game active whereas last year it was paid when he was on the Week 1 roster.